Peter Paulsen, bassist and composer
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Chair Suite

Premiere performance of Peter Paulsen’s 3-movement “Chair Suite” by the TurksHeadKnot Quintet at the Jazz Upstairs Series, Miller Symphony Hall, on May 19, 2017.

Performances

  • 29
    Sep
    2024

    Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra

    Harrisburg PA, United States

    Beethoven Symphony No. 5
    Yoshimatsu Cyberbird Concerto, Valentin Kovalev – saxophone

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  • 28
    Sep
    2024

    Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra

    Harrisburg PA, United States

    Beethoven Symphony No. 5
    Yoshimatsu Cyberbird Concerto, Valentin Kovalev – saxophone

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Shanghaied Paisano - album cover
New Music

Shanghaied
Paisano

SHANGHAIED PAISANO features Paulsen’s Shanghaied Paisano, a four-movement work inspired by Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s Americus IV, as well as Paulsen’s arrangement of Chega De Saudade by Antonio Carlos Jobim.

Works for

Jazz Ensemble

Discover Peter Paulsen’s dynamic jazz compositions, from trios to septets, featuring vibrant ensembles, rich harmonies, and unique instrumentations.

  • Quintet

    Forza Blu

    trumpet, tenor saxophone, piano, bass, drums

    Hear it on:
     Three-Stranded Cord
  • Trio

    Wren-Owned Lady

    piano, bass, drums

    Hear it on:
     A Few Thoughts
  • Trio

    Triple Pairs

    soprano saxophone, marimba, double bass

    Hear it on:
     Change of Scenery
  • Septet

    Shanghaied Paisano

    soprano saxophone, marimba + percussion, bass, 2 violins, viola, cello

    Hear it on:
     Shanghaied Paisano
Works for

Chamber Ensemble

Explore Paulsen’s chamber music, including his latest release “Shanghaied Paisano” and notable works like “Triple Pairs” and “The Wild Iris,” showcasing his distinctive compositional style.

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Reviews

Paulsen’s playing is emotionally charged and he’s not afraid to take risks.

DoubleBassist Magazine

...the group makes these old tunes fresh and modern. Both the covers and original compositions are satisfying and energetic.

Karl Ackermann, AllAboutJazz.com

Paulsen's obviously someone to watch, with the evolutionary Change of Scenery creating an even clearer view of this talented bassist/composer's musical personality.

John Kelman, AllAboutJazz.com

...a new voice in the world of jazz who should be watched closely.

Brad Walseth, JazzChicago.net